Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow – Young Professional II Recruitment 2026
BBAU Lucknow Young Professional II Recruitment 2026 offers ₹42,000 per month for a horticulture research project on water chestnut DUS guidelines. Ph.D. in Horticulture (Fruit Science) required. Walk-in interview on 22 October 2026.
Date Posted: 11 October 2026
Organization: Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow
Organization Profile
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow, is a Central University in Uttar Pradesh. Its Department of Horticulture is inviting applications for a Young Professional II position under a Government of India-sponsored research project focused on water chestnut.
About the Research Project
Project Title: Formulation and Validation of DUS Testing Guidelines for Water Chestnut (Trapa natans var. bispinosa Roxb)
Sponsoring Agency: Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority (PPV & FRA), Government of India, New Delhi.
The project focuses on formulating and validating Distinctness, Uniformity and Stability (DUS) testing guidelines for water chestnut.
Job Details
- Position: Young Professional II
- Department: Horticulture
- Initial Project Duration: One year
- Maximum Extension: Up to two years
- Monthly Remuneration: ₹42,000 (fixed)
- Upper Age Limit: 30 years
Essential Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Ph.D. in Horticulture (Fruit Science).
Desirable Qualification
- Experience working with aquatic crops.
Salary Details
The selected candidate will receive a fixed remuneration of ₹42,000 per month.
The appointment is initially for one year and may be extended up to two years, subject to the project’s requirements and applicable conditions.
Age Limit and Relaxation
- General Category: Maximum 30 years.
- SC/ST Candidates: Five-year age relaxation.
- Persons with Disabilities: Five-year age relaxation.
- Female Candidates: Five-year age relaxation.
As stated in the supplied notification, preference will be given to SC/ST candidates when all other conditions are equal, in accordance with Government of India rules.
Important Dates
- Notice Date: 5 October 2026
- Date Posted: 9 October 2026
- Walk-in Interview Date: 22 October 2026
- Interview Time: 11:00 AM
- Application Deadline: 22 October 2026, as indicated in the supplied recruitment details.
Candidates should confirm the email submission deadline and any reporting instructions in the official notification.
Documents Required
Candidates must prepare an application on plain paper containing the following information and supporting documents:
- Full name and permanent and correspondence addresses.
- Father’s and mother’s names.
- Telephone number and email address.
- Educational qualifications from High School onwards.
- Self-attested copies of mark sheets and certificates.
- Domicile certificate.
- Details of relevant research or work experience, along with supporting documents, if applicable.
Candidates should retain copies of the submitted application and supporting documents.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should prepare an application on plain paper containing the required personal, academic and professional details.
Send the application and supporting documents to the Principal Investigator, Department of Horticulture, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow, using either of the following email addresses:
- Email 1: deepahansraj1999@gmail.com
- Email 2: deepahansraj@bbau.ac.in
After submitting the application, candidates should follow the notification’s instructions regarding the walk-in interview scheduled for 22 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Walk-in Interview Details
Date: 22 October 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Venue: Department of Horticulture, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Note: The supplied details do not include a more specific venue address or clarify whether the interview requires any additional registration. Candidates should confirm these details before attending.
Contact Address
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Department of Horticulture
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Official Website: https://www.bbau.ac.in/